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Cannondale's best XC hardtail just got better. If going really, really fast on dirt in lycra is your cup o' tea, nothing lets you top 'em on the climbs and drop 'em on the descents like the F-Si. The World Cup edition features Cannondale's Hi-MOD BallisTec Carbon frame with stiffness-enhancing Si offset. The Lefty Ocho fork features no-bind needle bearings and extreme stiffness for pinpoint steering, now with a single crown design. ENVE's M525 carbon rims keep this rig at fighting weight, while the Schwalbe Racing Ray tires fly over hardpack and dig into sketchy corners. SRAM's XX1 drivetrain serves up 12 wide-ranging speeds, a carbon crankset, and crisp, precise shifting to give you the advantage on every part of the course. And, SRAM Level Ultimate brakes provide reliable, highly tunable braking power when you need it, so you can carry more speed and brake at the last possible second. Cannondale's carbon bar and seatpost keep you in control while adding almost no weight, ensuring that your race rig is sleek, lean, and ready to win.

The F-Si team is a beast on the trail. Designed to let you out-kick them on the climbs and out-rip them on the descents, this ultralight rocket is your ticket to the top of the podium. Equipped with the Lefty fork, you'll out-corner, out-steer, and out-handle the competition, again and again. Get insane traction with super short chainstays, without being limited to 1X set-ups, or sacrificing mud clearance. Cannondale also equips the F-Si with fit-focused wheel diameters, to achieve the best possible fit for all riders. With gold-standard SRAM XX1 Eagle shifting performance and SRAM Level Ultimate hydraulic disc brakes, you'll race uphill and carve back down with expert precision. A carbon Cannondale bar, super fast ENVE carbon rims, and tacky Schwalbe Rocket Ron EVO tires create a slick, race-ready hardtail package that's undeniable and distinctive both on the trail and off.

Having already written itself into the history books, the Scale platform has been revamped, making it faster and fitter than ever. With the lightest frame in the RC series, the SL version comes equipped with a FOX 32 SC Fork, a SRAM XX1 Eagle 1x12 drivetrain, and a host of Syncros carbon components that will make any rider feel like they can go toe to toe with the world’s finest. SRAM Level Ultimate hydraulic disc brakes provide impressive power in a svelte package, and Scott's RideLoc handebar-mounted remote puts instantaneous control of the fork's settings at a flip of the lever.

The Highball is Santa Cruz's flagship carbon hardtail race thoroughbred, and a dark horse in XC versatility. More capable than a pure endurance bike, and more composed than most XC race-rigs, the Highball has evolved to be easier to ride harder for longer. Santa Cruz fine-tuned the carbon layup process around the seat stays, giving it a bridgeless design that curbs trail chatter. Coupled with a 27.2mm diameter seat post, the whole package takes the “hard” out of hardtail riding. With capacity for three bottle cages, the ever-reliable threaded BB and, of course, the lifetime warranty that comes standard with all Santa Cruz bikes, it’s the kind of bike that’ll go far.
Santa Cruz went all-in with the Highball Carbon CC XX1. You get SRAM's wide-range XX1 drivetrain, Level Ultimate brakes, and a Fox 32 Factory Step Cast fork for performance that complements your drive to be the best. Santa Cruz Reserve 25 Carbon rims paired to legendary DT Swiss 240 hubs provide the best in lightweight durability and are shod with Maxxis Aspen tires for predictable traction and low rolling resistance. An SBC XC Carbon Flat bar, Syntace LiteForce stem, and Syntace P6 Carbon HiFlex seatpost topped with a WTB Silverado Carbon saddle finish this race-ready cross-country rig, giving you everything you need to blaze the way to a podium finish.

Cannondale's best XC hardtail just got better. If going really, really fast on dirt in lycra is your cup o' tea, nothing lets you top 'em on the climbs and drop 'em on the descents like the F-Si. The F-Si Hi-MOD 1 features Cannondale's HI-MOD BallisTec Carbon frame with stiffness-enhancing Si offset. The Lefty Ocho fork features no-bind needle bearings and extreme stiffness for pinpoint steering, now with a single crown design. Hollowgram 23 superlight high-impact carbon rims keep this rig at fighting weight, while the Schwalbe Racing Ray tires fly over hardpack and dig into sketchy corners. SRAM's XX1 drivetrain serves up 12 wide-ranging speeds, and gets it power through a carbon TruVativ crankset, resulting in efficient power transfer and crisp, precise shifting to give you the advantage on every part of the course. SRAM Level TLM brakes provide tremendous braking power and modulation when you need it, so you can carry more speed and brake at the last possible second. Cannondale's carbon seatpost and handlebar, paired with a titanium-railed Fabric Scoop saddle, keep you in control while adding almost no weight and ensuring that your race rig is sleek, lean, and ready to win.

A race hardtail like no other. Designed to let you out-kick them on the climbs and out-rip them on the descents, this ultralight rocket is your ticket to the top of the podium. Equipped with the Lefty fork, you'll out-corner, out-steer, and out-handle the competition, again and again. Get insane traction with super short chainstays, without being limited to 1x set-ups or sacrificing mud clearance. Cannondale also equips the F-Si with fit-focused wheel diameters to achieve the best possible fit for all riders. With SRAM's XX1/X01 Eagle 12-speed drivetrain and SRAM Level TLM disc brakes, you'll race uphill and carve back down with expert precision. A carbon Cannondale bar, super fast HollowGram carbon rims, and tacky Schwalbe Rocket Ron EVO tires create a slick, race-ready hardtail package that's undeniable and distinctive both on the trail and off.

World Cup aspirations require a World Cup-quality ride. Lightweight, stiff, fast — this is what you can expect from the Scale RC 900 World Cup. Speed is generated efficiently through a SRAM XX1/X01 Eagle 1x12 drivetrain, delivering power to agile DT Swiss 29-inch wheels wrapped in fast-rolling Maxxis Aspen tires. Up front, the lauded RockShox SID RLC 100mm fork supplies torsional stability and traction over chunky trail while Scott's RideLoc remote lockout provides instantaneous shock control through a bar-mounted lever. You can count on SRAM Level TLM hydraulic disc brakes to keep you on the fast track with impressive speed control, and Syncros carbon cockpit components complement the build with understated style and function. Oozing with quality components and carbon wizardry, the World Cup can help you go from Nino Schurter super fan to perhaps putting on the leader’s jersey. The bike can make it there, can you?

Cannondale's best XC hardtail just got better. If going really, really fast on dirt in lycra is your cup o' tea, nothing lets you top 'em on the climbs and drop 'em on the descents like the F-Si. The F-Si Carbon 2 features Cannondale's BallisTec Carbon frame with stiffness-enhancing Si offset. The Lefty Ocho fork features no-bind needle bearings and extreme stiffness for pinpoint steering, now with a single crown design. Hollowgram 23 superlight high-impact carbon rims keep this rig at fighting weight, while the Schwalbe Racing Ray tires fly over hardpack and dig into sketchy corners. SRAM's X01 drivetrain serves up 12 wide-ranging speeds, and gets it power through a carbon TruVativ crankset, resulting in efficient power transfer and crisp, precise shifting to give you the advantage on every part of the course. Shimano XT brakes provide ruthless and reliable braking power when you need it, so you can carry more speed and brake at the last possible second. Cannondale's carbon seatpost and handlebar, paired with a titanium-railed Fabric Scoop saddle, keep you in control while adding almost no weight, ensuring that your race rig is sleek, lean, and ready to win.

The F-Si Carbon 2 is a hardtail like no other. Designed to let you out-kick them on the climbs and out-rip them on the descents, this ultralight rocket is your ticket to the top of the podium. Equipped with the Lefty fork, you'll out-corner, out-steer, and out-handle the competition, again and again. Get insane traction with super short chainstays, without being limited to 1X set-ups, or sacrificing mud clearance. Cannondale also equips the F-Si with fit-focused wheel diameters, to achieve the best possible fit for all riders. With SRAM X01/GX shifting, and SRAM Level TL hydraulic braking, you'll race uphill and carve back down with expert precision. A carbon Cannondale bar, super fast HollowGram carbon rims, and tacky Schwalbe Rocket Ron tires create a slick, race-ready hardtail package that's undeniable and distinctive both on the trail and off.

The Scott Contessa Scale RC 900 is a true racing machine, ready to help you achieve top-tier podium status. It's one of the lightest hardtail frames around and is built to give you every advantage on the trail. The HMX carbon frame features a tapered head tube that holds your line with pin-point precision and shock damping seatstays that reduce rider fatigue and enhance control. RockShox provides their plush, lightweight 100mm-travel SID RL Air fork and Scott's RideLoc technology allows you to remotely adjust the suspension setting to always optimize your ride. The 29-inch Syncros XR2.0 wheels are nimble and fast over rough terrain and through tight switchbacks, while the Maxxis tires roll quickly. SRAM's X01-GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain gives you perfect gearing in an instant, the Level brakes deliver outstanding stopping power, and Syncros bar, stem, post, and seat keep the weight to a minimum while keeping you comfortable for the long haul.

What makes a Pro? Is it the rider? Is it the bike? Or could it be the resulting synergy that creates an elite-level winner? Scott's Scale RC 900 Pro gives you the opportunity to achieve professional status with its high-performance carbon frame and dialed component spec. 29-inch wheels provide the foundation for speed while power is translated efficiently through SRAM's X1 carbon crankset and X01/GX Eagle drivetrain, and it's all precisely controlled by SRAM's powerful Level TL hydraulic disc brakes. Up front, a Fox 32 SC Float Performance fork with Boost spacing provides the small bump sensitivity and torsional resistance needed for fast pursuits over rocky singletrack, and Scott's RideLoc remote lockout provides instantaneous shock control through a 3-mode bar-mounted lever. Syncros cockpit components complement the build with understated style and function, and the rest — well, it's all up to you.

The Scott Scale 910 has geometry inspired by racing at the highest level. A SRAM X01 Eagle drivetrain and Syncros components combine to give you a hardtail that's itching to finish first, and a Fox 32 fork guides tubeless-ready 29-inch rims with plush sensitivity and precise handling so you can let the bike work while you give it your all. The Scale's carbon frame design includes comfort and stiffness for lightning-fast acceleration and compliance over the long haul, and internal cable routing provides a clean look and functional solution for whatever setup you choose to run.

Cannondale's best XC hardtail just got better. If going really, really fast on dirt in lycra is your cup o' tea, nothing lets you top 'em on the climbs and drop 'em on the descents like the F-Si. The F-Si Carbon 3 features Cannondale's BallisTec Carbon frame with stiffness-enhancing Si offset. The Lefty Ocho fork features no-bind needle bearings and extreme stiffness for pinpoint steering, now with a single crown design. Stan's NoTubes Crest MK3 wheels keep this rig deliver on strength and flawless tubeless setup, while the Schwalbe Racing Ray tires fly over hardpack and dig into sketchy corners. SRAM's GX1 drivetrain serves up 12 wide-ranging speeds, and gets it power through a stiff TruVativ crankset, resulting in efficient power transfer and crisp, precise shifting to give you the advantage on every part of the course. SRAM Level T brakes provide precise braking power when you need it, so you can carry more speed and brake at the last possible second, and Cannondale's cockpit components and Fabric Scoop saddle keep you in control and race-ready.

Looking for a fat bike without all the fat? Lightweight construction and nimble OutFront geometry make the Fat CAAD so agile and quick, you'll want to ride it all year long. The 100mm-travel Lefty Olaf fork is more than stiff enough to tell that big tire what to do, while the slack head angle and long front center lets you get rowdy on the steeps. The tight trail measurement keeps things crazy-nimble at slow speeds so you get the most out of that big, fat contact patch. Thanks to Cannondale's System Integrated cranks and offset chainrings, the FAT CAAD's Q-factor is up to 2.5cm narrower than the competition, so it feels like riding a bike, not a horse. The System Integrated crankset and offset Ai offset chainring also balance the short stays and allow for 2x compatibility with up to 4.8" tires!

As the name implies, the Santa Cruz Chameleon is a bike that can change to match its environment. Twenty-niner or 27-plus, geared or single-speed, this adaptable hardtail utilizes a suite of swappable dropouts to convert it from aggro trail charger to husky bikepacking mule to anything in between. The Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around mountain bike use.
Choose your Chameleon wisely. The Chameleon S grants you the go-anywhere rollover and high speed of 29-inch Maxxis tires, wrapped around WTB rims with the strength to let you get rowdy, as Chameleon riders are apt to do. To help keep your trajectory on track, a 120mm FOX 34 Float Performance fork soaks up the chop and precisely steers where you point it. SRAM’s GX Eagle drivetrain and Level TL brakes perfectly complement one another, providing a huge 12-speed gear range to get you anywhere on the mountain, with the braking power to make sure you get back in one piece. Race Face and WTB outfit your control points, with a Reverb dropper post to let you flick a switch to select for efficient climbing or rad descending.

As the name implies, the Santa Cruz Chameleon is a bike that can change to match its environment. Twenty-niner or 27-plus, geared or single-speed, this adaptable hardtail utilizes a suite of swappable dropouts to convert it from aggro trail charger to husky bikepacking mule to anything in between. The Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around mountain bike use.
Choose your Chameleon wisely. The Chameleon S+ grants you the tremendous traction and float of 27.5 x 2.8-inch Maxxis tires, wrapped around wide WTB rims with the strength to let you huck it around, as Chameleon riders are apt to do. To help keep all that rubber in contact with terra firma, a 120mm FOX 34 Float Performance fork soaks up the chop and truly tracks where you point it. SRAM’s GX Eagle drivetrain and Level TL brakes perfectly complement one another, providing a huge 12-speed gear range to get you anywhere on the mountain, with the braking power to make sure you get back in one piece. Race Face and WTB outfit your control points, with a Reverb dropper post to let you flick a switch to select for efficient climbing or rad descending.

Cannondale's best XC hardtail just got better. If going really, really fast on dirt in lycra is your cup o' tea, nothing lets you top 'em on the climbs and drop 'em on the descents like the F-Si. The F-Si Carbon 4 features Cannondale's BallisTec Carbon frame with stiffness-enhancing Si offset. The Lefty Ocho fork features no-bind needle bearings and extreme stiffness for pinpoint steering, now with a single crown design. WTB STX i23 TCS wheels deliver on strength and lightweight, while the Schwalbe Racing Ray tires fly over hardpack and dig into sketchy corners. SRAM serves up 12 wide-ranging speeds, and gets it power through a stiff TruVativ crankset, resulting in efficient power transfer and crisp, precise shifting to give you the advantage on every part of the course. Shimano MT500 hydraulic disc brakes provide reliable braking power when you need it, so you can carry more speed and brake at the last possible second, and Cannondale's cockpit components and Fabric Scoop saddle keep you in control and race-ready.

Cannondale's best XC hardtail just got better. If going really, really fast on dirt in lycra is your cup o' tea, nothing lets you top 'em on the climbs and drop 'em on the descents like the F-Si. The F-Si Carbon Women's 2 features Cannondale's Women's BallisTec Carbon frame with stiffness-enhancing Si offset. The Lefty Ocho fork features no-bind needle bearings and extreme stiffness for pinpoint steering, now with a single crown design. WTB STX i23 TCS rims keep this rig ready for rowdy XC courses, while the Schwalbe Racing Ray tires fly over hardpack and dig into sketchy corners. SRAM serves up 12 wide-ranging speeds for efficient power transfer no matter the pitch and crisp, precise shifting to give you the advantage on every part of the course. Shimano MT500 brakes provide reliable braking power when you need it, so you can carry more speed and brake at the last possible second, and Cannondale's cockpit components and Prologo Kappa Dea RS saddle keep you in comfortable control while keeping your race rig sleek, lean, and ready to win.

The Scott Contessa Scale 900 is as race ready as it gets. The HMF carbon frame is ultra-lightweight and tough enough to take the abuse of the most challenging technical sections the trail has to offer. The 900 comes fully equipped with a Fox 32 Float fork, along with Scott's RideLoc technology to allow for three travel settings to always optimize your ride. The 29-inch Syncros wheels are nimble and fast over rough terrain and through tight switchbacks, while the Maxxis Ikon tires provide outstanding grip. SRAM's 1x12-speed GX Eagle drivetrain gives you perfect gearing in an instant, the Shimano SLX brakes deliver outstanding stopping power, and Syncros bar, stem, post, and seat keep the weight to a minimum while keeping you comfortable for the long haul.

The Scott Scale 920 has geometry inspired by racing at the highest level. A Shimano 2x11 drivetrain and Syncros components combine to give you a hardtail that's itching to finish first, and a Fox 32 fork guides tubeless-ready 29-inch rims with plush sensitivity and precise handling so you can let the bike work while you give it your all. The Scale's carbon frame design includes comfort and stiffness for lightning-fast acceleration and compliance over the long haul, and internal cable routing provides a clean look and functional solution for whatever setup you choose to run.

The Highball is Santa Cruz's flagship carbon hardtail race thoroughbred, and a dark horse in XC versatility. More capable than a pure endurance bike, and more composed than most XC race-rigs, the Highball has evolved to be easier to ride harder for longer. Santa Cruz fine-tuned the carbon layup process around the seat stays, giving it a bridgeless design that curbs trail chatter. Coupled with a 27.2mm diameter seat post, the whole package takes the “hard” out of hardtail riding. With capacity for three bottle cages, the ever-reliable threaded BB and, of course, the lifetime warranty that comes standard with all Santa Cruz bikes, it’s the kind of bike that’ll go far.
The entry-level Highball Carbon C R is hardly a budget build. With SRAM's NX Eagle drivetrain, Level T brakes, and Fox Rhythm 32 fork, you'll find everything you need to chase your demons. A tubeless-ready WTB/SRAM wheelset wrapped in 2.25-inch Maxxis Aspen tires offer dependability and low rolling resistance, while the Race Face Aeffect bar and stem combo give you precise steering control for confidence in every situation. It has the mindset of a race bike but it’s prepared for more.

The Scale 710 features a slack head angle, quality components like a FOX 32 fork, a SRAM Eagle 1x12 drivetrain, and an adjustable seatpost to create what may be the most fun hardtail ever. The 6061 alloy Boost frame is stiff, lightweight, and transfers energy efficiently, and with Syncros components filling out the build you get the perfect blend of value and quality construction. Additionally, the increased traction offered by 27.5 x 2.8 Maxxis Rekon tires means you can ride in more places with more confidence than ever before.

As the name implies, the Santa Cruz Chameleon is a bike that can change to match its environment. Twenty-niner or 27-plus, geared or single-speed, this adaptable hardtail utilizes a suite of swappable dropouts to convert it from aggro trail charger to husky bikepacking mule to anything in between. The Chameleon is capable on a wide range of terrain—aggressive trail riding to jump lines to all-around mountain bike use.
Choose your Chameleon wisely. The Chameleon R grants you the go-anywhere rollover and high speed of 29-inch Maxxis tires, wrapped around WTB rims with the strength to let you get rowdy, as Chameleon riders are apt to do. To help keep your trajectory on track, a 120mm FOX 34 Float Rhythm fork soaks up the chop and precisely steers where you point it. SRAM’s NX Eagle drivetrain and Level T brakes perfectly complement one another, providing a huge 12-speed gear range to get you anywhere on the mountain, with the braking power to make sure you get back in one piece. Race Face and WTB outfit your control points, with lightweight control that opens terrain and encourages adventure.

Cannondale's best XC hardtail just got better. If going really, really fast on dirt in lycra is your cup o' tea, nothing lets you top 'em on the climbs and drop 'em on the descents like the F-Si. The F-Si Carbon 4 features Cannondale's BallisTec Carbon frame with stiffness-enhancing Si offset. The RockShox Reba fork offers 100mm of travel to smooth your way to speed and control. WTB STX i23 TCS wheels deliver on strength and light weight, while the Schwalbe Racing Ray tires fly over hardpack and dig into sketchy corners. SRAM serves up 12 wide-ranging speeds, and gets it power through a stiff TruVativ crankset, resulting in efficient power transfer and crisp, precise shifting to give you the advantage on every part of the course. Shimano MT500 hydraulic disc brakes provide reliable braking power when you need it, so you can carry more speed and brake at the last possible second, and Cannondale's cockpit components and Fabric Scoop saddle keep you in control and race-ready.

The Scott Scale 930 delivers speed and efficiency through a super light carbon fiber frame. Fox 32 suspension, a SRAM 1x12 drivetrain, and Syncros components combine to create a race-ready machine, whether you're battling for a spot on the podium or pushing for a personal best after work. Tubeless-ready rims wrapped in Maxxis Ikon rubber track smooth and fast, enabling you to charge with confidence through loose-over-hardpack conditions, and Shimano XT hydraulic disc brakes provide legendary stopping power you can trust on every course.

The Scale 710 features a slack head angle, quality components like a RockShox fork, a Shimano 2x10 drivetrain, and an adjustable seatpost to create what may be the most fun hardtail ever. The 6061 alloy Boost frame is stiff, lightweight, and transfers energy efficiently, and with Syncros components filling out the build you get the perfect blend of value and quality construction. Additionally, the increased traction offered by 27.5 x 2.8 Maxxis Rekon tires means you can ride in more places with more confidence than ever before.

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